2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Picasso and 2008 SsangYong Actyon were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 397 kg more than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Because 2008 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Picasso. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Picasso | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | Picasso | Actyon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 139 HP |
Torque | 205 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |